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MANILA, Philippines – Senator Leila de Lima was "in good spirits" on Saturday, February 25, while in detention at the Philippine National Police Custodial Center in Camp Crame, reported her chief media officer on Saturday, February 25. She was arrested on drug charges.

In a text message sent to reporters, Ferdie Maglalang said that in her first 24 hours in detention, the senator received visitors, "mostly family and relatives, friends and supporters."

"She is sending her thanks to her supporters and the Senate media for your support and prayers," Maglalang said.

De Lima surrendered on Friday morning, February 24, after a Muntinlupa trial court issued a warrant of arrest against her, former driver and lover Ronnie Dayan, and former Bureau of Corrections chief Rafael Marcos Ragos in connection with one of 3 criminal cases filed against them. (READ: TIMELINE: De Lima – from drug probe to arrest)

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Welcome to Rappler, a social news network where stories inspire community engagement and digitally fuelled actions for social change. Rappler comes from the root words "rap" (to discuss) + "ripple" (to make waves).